Single Choice

The $$pKa$$ for acid $$A$$ is greater than $$pKa$$ for acid $$B$$. The strong acid is:

AAcid $$B$$
Correct Answer
BAcid $$A$$
CBoth $$A$$ and $$B$$
DNeither $$A$$ nor $$B$$

Solution

Because those acid have higher $$pK_a$$ value are weak acid.

B is strong acid.

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